The Golf

Carrington Golf Course suits players of varying skill levels while presenting a challenge to tournament golfers. Designed by Matt Dye, a leading member of the new generation of American golf course designers, this magnificent 100 acre, seaside layout meanders around the resort, and includes extensive natural conservation areas within the golf course. The course runs towards the beautiful, 15-metre-high sand dunes of Karikari Beach, and there are views to the North Cape of New Zealand over 900 acres of natural wetlands. The course is bordered by Carrington’s Black Angus stud farm and the 101-acre Karikari Estate Vineyard and Winery. The 605 metre 14th is the longest hole in New Zealand. The overall length of the course from the Tiger tees is also one of the longest in the South Pacific, at 6450 metres. The resort also offers six practice putting greens, four practice chipping holes and a practice driving net.

Golf Facts

Distance Par Price Carrington 6450M 72 US$40 Kauri Cliffs 6510M 72 US$300 Kaitaia Golf Club 6008M 72 US$15 Whangaroa Golf Club 5261M 72 US$15 Best Season For Golf September-May

About Carrington Hotel

Carrington/Karikari Estate Vineyard & Winery, New Zealand's newest and most comprehensive resort, is situated on the Karikari Peninsula, a beautiful coastal stretch of New Zealand's sub-tropical north. It is centred on the magnificent 3000-acre property of Carrington Farms, a Black Angus stud farm. The farm rests between four kilometres of private white sand beach, 900 acres of restored natural wetlands and the hillside vineyards of New Zealand's northernmost winery, Karikari Estate. Carrington provides both Lodge and Villa accommodation. The Lodge comprises ten spacious, air conditioned bedrooms, each opening out onto a wide veranda with views of the ocean and the golf course. The Lodge is connected via veranda walkways to the Clubhouse, library, dining room, guest lounge and bar. The Villas are self-contained and feature two bedrooms and two and a half bathrooms. Both bedrooms can be either twin or double configuration, please advise at time of booking. Each villa has a fireplace, satellite TV, air conditioning and private garage, and stunning views of the beach.

Luxury Hotel Facilities

Sports facilities include championship tennis courts, a heated infinity pool with ocean views, a billiards room, an Olympic-style skeet and trap field with certified instructor, equestrian activity and canoes. Mountain bikes and kayaks can be hired to help discover the wonders of the diverse surrounding landscape. Massage and beauty treatments by trained professionals are available on request.

Room Options

Carrington provides both Lodge and Villa accommodation. The Lodge comprises ten spacious, air conditioned bedrooms, each opening out onto a wide veranda with views of the ocean and the golf course. The Lodge is connected via veranda walkways to the Clubhouse, library, dining room, guest lounge and bar. The Villas are self-contained and feature two bedrooms and two and a half bathrooms. Both bedrooms can be either twin or double configuration, please advise at time of booking. Each villa has a fireplace, satellite TV, air conditioning and private garage, and stunning views of the beach.

Dining at Carrington Hotel

The Carrington Dining Room is the resort's main restaurant. Overlooking the golf course, beach and ocean, the Dining Room is decorated with dark wood furnishings and white linen. Fresh produce grown on the farm - Black Angus beef, honey, smoked eel and vegetables - are combined with fresh seafood caught locally. Head to the Members' Bar for beverages and cocktails or to play a game of snooker, croquet or petanque. The terrace overlooks the pool and golf course towards the beach - perfect for a relaxing sunset aperitif.

Business Facilities

Carrington’s outstanding location and facilities make it an ideal venue for conferences and special occasions such as weddings, anniversaries and other celebrations. The hotel boasts a state of the art conference facility complete with digital projector, wireless microphone, surround sound system and natural light. Access to photocopying and fax machines are available. For a tailormade quote, including information on accommodation, menus, transportation and activities, please contact Carrington at info@carrington.co.nz.

Things to do in Karikari Peninsula

Bird watching around the restored wetlands is a popular attraction with guests. The waters of the Far North offer some of New Zealand’s best game and land fishing. Carrington arranges fishing expeditions with experienced local captains.
The hotel can help you surprise your special someone. For example, pre-book a picnic on the private beach, and find the hamper, champagne and sun umbrella waiting for you.
Alternatively, try a romantic evening tasting local wine in the Barrel Room.
All amenities, including the beach, are accessible by club car. A tunnel under Maitai Bay road takes guests to Karikari Estate Vineyard and Winery for wine tastings.

Getting to Carrington Hotel

Auckland International Airport is four hours from the hotel by car, and Kaitaia Airport is 25 minutes from the hotel by car. There is also the option of helicopters to Carrington.

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